As in my previous forum topic, I like to build things. things that destroy other things. I've moved on from paper and am trying to build a crossbow made out of popsicle sticks. If you have any Ideas, Please send them to me, or post up a comment.

I was looking at the Uncyclopedia article called ''Weapons that don't exist, but should''. I was thinking if any of you guys can think of new ones that are not in the article.It could be any thing from suicide sheep to landmines that explode into attack dogs.

Ok, here's another random thread that asks a simple question. What is your favorite knex gun on the site? My personal favorite is oodalumps' first semi-auto. The one that uses like 20 pieces. It's small, REALLY semi auto, parts efficient, and gets about 10-15 feet in range with a super pathetic band. Now there's got to be some brains behind that project! And it's all around fun to use!!!

Hey there fellow builders, im looking for some cool ideas! I'm compiling a list of instructables to make over the summer, and as you can see by my name, my focus is weaponry! If you have any cool ideas for me please leave them for me here!

So I recently decided that I wanted to build a coilgun. I already knew how they function, and after some light research, I've got the main design already laid out. What I'm looking for now is some more detailed input on the exact power requirements, circuitry, etc. Specifically: Firing a standard .177 steel BB, I want to use many small coils in series as opposed to one/few large ones. From my understanding, this will provide better end speed while keeping each coil's power draw relatively lower, and thus safer. (Am I right about this?) How many coils should I use, what would be overkill, etc? Each coil will be triggered sequentially by a IR LED/photocell trigger system rigged through tiny holes drilled across the barrel. Will a simple on/off circuit suffice, or will the projectile pass by too quickly for the full charge to release? If so, I assume I need a system to trigger a full discharge when tripped. Correct or not, and if so, how? I'm also considering fitting an extra gate at the end to trigger a circuit to bleed any remaining charge. Ideas on this? What size of capacitors should I use, and how would I charge them? The only thing Google can seem to turn up is camera flash circuits, but I'd much rather have one tailor-built to the system's exact levels. I'm going to use a press/hold switch to charge them, and would like an automatic shutoff with an LED that comes on when they are charged, but turns off when I release the button. Kind of like a camera flash, actually. I'd like to fit it with a re-chargeable battery. What sort of power is required here? How many firings would I likely get per charge, etc? What sort of muzzle velocity can I expect? I don't want to kill bears with it, but soda cans would be nice. I don't want to waste my time fabricating it only to be able to stop it with my eyeball. Lastly, are there any other points of concern or things I should know? Thanks for any input, and if everything ends up coming together nicely, I'll be sure to properly document the process for everyone's enjoyment. :)

We have all at one time built a weapon out of a pen. There are plenty of Instructables under office supplies that cover booby traps, launchers, and even siege weapons. But some are repeated. Which are the best? Which need more? You decide.

Hi crafters. I'm in need of help with constructing a larp weapon, fighting fan, that could open up with a press of a button or pull of a lever N close itself upon releasing it. could any help me with the design of the mechanics n gear system I could use to make it work? It should not be of electronic nature though. Here I attached a drawing of how the weapon should roughly looks like . i'm thinking of using rounded edge aluminium flat bars(looks like flat metal ruler) as the bone for the 'blades'. Really appreciate the help.

Have there ever been a moment for you when oh so boring work/school is actually fun? I have one. This is the only one there is from me.
OK, so our school is going to a museum. I came across a very cool shop that sells weapons. I am not only allowed to buy one, my school's best teacher ever Mr.Andy actually bought it for me. ( quite expensive, $75 ). In case you are wondering, the weapon is an ancient native Australian club. It's very strong. I kept smashing stuff with it and it hardly even dent.
So, that's my story. What's yours?

Hi, i made a knex weapon that looks like a Famas. I first show it here to you and if there are many people who want i post it then ill do that :) the firing pin wil never bow cause its a red one and its a "special frame" where te firing pin is atached to. Sad enough it has no mag but i found out something that you can put 3 bullets in the barrel and they dont come out of it...
Please leave a comment if you like it
Thanks
ps: sorry, i dont have many pics...

Ok, so i live in the uk and i cant seem to find #64's anywhere. i got massive bands from my mum but theyre not so good for smaller guns. i cant find them in staples either :(
anyone know where i can get some? remember UK stores only :D
thanks,

Welcome to Weapons, Guns, and Explosives (WGE) I'm pretty lianian on what goes on here I don't really care as long as its about guns, explosives, or any kind of weapon. I hope you enjoy your stay at WGE and thank you for joining.

This forum is solely meant for Halo weapons.
This means that if anyone has any pics of Halo weapons made from Knex, talk about Halo weapons made from Knex, and especially instructables of Halo Weapons made from Knex are only allowed on this forum.
I can't stop ppl from posting anything other than what was mentioned, but I do ask that you keep it to a minimum.
To start things off, this is a Needler that I made just for looks.
(IT DOES NOT SHOOT ANYTHING!!!!)
The last image is the front.

I have a private airsoft war coming up and I have an idea of using an airsoft sensor fuzed weapon like the cbu-97 but replace the bomblets with bbs and my son likes military stuff so I want to use the same asfw (airsoft sensor fuzed weapon) as a model for him.

OK, I have been watching Predator, AVP, & AVP-R, & I was thinking: wouldn't it be cool if someone made some of the Predators' weapons out of Knex? So, here is what I'm gonna do.
First, if at least 1 person replies to this forum and agrees with the idea OR posts an instructable for any Predator weapons, then I will create a group just for the Predator weapons, kinda like the Knex Halo Weapons Group that I made.
I would really like to see that shuriken that the Predator uses.
Anyways, have fun.
"You are one ugly...."
(Screams like the Predator)

Hi everybody! (Hi Dr. Nick!)
Ok, I did it. I made a group SOLELY for instructables on how to make Halo weapons out of K'Nex.
Any one who likes Halo or just wants to see what the weapons would look like made of K'Nex are welcome to join.

This is about all the other weapons and equipment that could be helpful to have in a base. This includes grenades, mines, and bombs (lol). So if you have any please feel free to post them.
Here are a few of my favorites (these are not mine!).

Here you can post instrucatables that you've made or found regarding the totally awsomeness of ninja weapons. Examples of what you can post: instructables for:Kunais, Shurikan, bokken, shinai, etc. This is basically a reference forum for our club members.

Okay everybody I have another question for you. What is you war kit?? In other words what are the top 3 knex and real weapons you would take into combat??Top 3 knex weapons:main weapon ---- Trifle 18secondary weapon ---- modded rectanglepistol ---- spiffTop 3 real weapons:main weapon ---- FN Herstal P90secondary weapon ---- Ruger MP9pistol ---- I don't know a whole lot about pistols but i think a desert eagle would be good.Alright now jump in like before and tell us you war kit.By the way sorry about the bad picture I took it on my DSi.

Hi guys, lately i have been designing some types of air rifle and shotgun. If anyone thinks they have an idea, design or just to advertise one of your airgun ibles please feel free to comment and ask questions.

Well, there are literally thousands of sidearms out there, all made from knex. All have fallen to two categories: have not built yet and built.
I'm seriously tired of knex guns that have a lack of function and too much good looks.
and so, I would like to declare a contest.
there are three main areas for scoring criteria:
1) function
2) size
3) broken pieces
I am asking this great community to pull together and create something awesome. all entries should:
> have a satisfying feel when the firing pin first slides home and the shot leaves the barrel.
> feel/ look like a traditional side arm
> have an innovative feature: IE, removable clips
> not use broken pieces
> be efficient. I don't want to be pulling the firing ram back with 20 pounds of force.
scince people will continually argue over their gun's position, I will judge. I will also not submit anything.
If you think you built a knex gun that meets these suggestions (and maybe smashes them), feel free to:
< make an instructable with good/ amazing clarity of instructions
< make the instructable sound like you care
< post the instructable as a link in reply.
thank you, and good luck. I'm sort of like the Simon Cowell of knex judging. hard to please.
contest has opened now. contest will close on march 31, 12:00 AM.

A new book is coming out from No Starch Press (whuh?) called Forbidden LEGO. It claims that LEGO is the construction tool of choice for weapons.Two vids to see the weapons in action. Well, it doesn't really make that claim. I just wanted to say it did.

Popsci has an awesome compilation of some ridiculous weapons developed by the military. Some of them are old and discontinued, like the Gay bomb (yes, they were considering developing a bomb that turns you gay). And others that are pretty cutting edge, like the railgun that fires a 7 pound shell at 7 times the speed of sound and some remote controlled cyborg spy moths.Here's a link, check it out:Worlds Spookiest Weaponsvia: hack-a-day

We should come up with a list of halo weapons that have not been invented yet...Such as a good SMG, or a Beam Rifle, or a good assault rifle...the list goes on. Also, if any one already has one of these topics/threads, I did not see it, so I started this one.